James R. Hoffa became a Teamster member in 1934 and served as General President for 14 years, and, in recognition of his tireless service to the union and its members, was honored as General President Emeritus for life. At the November 1999 General Executive Board meeting, General Secretary-Treasurer C. Thomas Keegel presented a resolution to establish the new scholarship fund.
The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund awards scholarships annually to outstanding high school seniors.
Learn about the eligibility requirements and application process here.